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Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao flights are currently cheapest in March.

Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Shanghai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Shanghai Hongqiao.

Manchester to Shanghai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$437
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao is $818. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao. But we found flights with one or more stops from $818.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Shanghai Hongqiao is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao Airport on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Manchester Airport and Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Shanghai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hainan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Shanghai Hongqiao.

Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know

  • Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai eight hours ahead of Manchester.

  • Your MAN to SHA flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Beijing Capital International Airport is a popular stopover on the MAN to SHA route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • At the moment, $437 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $818. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to SHA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

  • Landing cheap flights from MAN to SHA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 59.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MAN:

Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai

  • The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

  • From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Shanghai in April.

  • The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Manchester Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAN to SHA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of China

  • Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in China, consider Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are highlights.

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